Speaking Up for Hinchinbrook

 27 August 2026  

I spoke in Parliament about the work underway to strengthen health services and deliver better outcomes for Queenslanders, particularly in our regional communities.

From delivering better health infrastructure and protecting our trusted community pharmacies to strengthening action against illicit tobacco and nicotine products, I highlighted the practical reforms helping build a stronger health system.

25 August 2026

I spoke in Parliament about what people across Hinchinbrook have told me time and again: bail has to mean something.

I highlighted the impact repeat offending has on victims and our communities, and why I will continue fighting for stronger bail laws, real consequences for serious repeat offenders and a justice system that puts victims first.

25 August 2026 

I spoke in Parliament about the importance of keeping our democratic institutions accountable, accessible and connected to Queenslanders, no matter where they live.

From regional engagement and parliamentary committees to the work of our local electorate offices, I highlighted the different ways people across Hinchinbrook can have their voices heard and stay connected to the work of Parliament.

23 June 2026    

I spoke in Parliament about supporting our schools, teachers and students, and making sure Queensland’s education system works for the communities it serves.

From reducing unnecessary red tape and supporting schools through natural disasters to helping young people re-engage with education, I highlighted the importance of giving every student the opportunity to learn, build skills and create a strong future.

13 May 2026  

I spoke in Parliament about strengthening safety, accountability and confidence across Queensland’s resources sector.

With the resources industry supporting thousands of jobs across Hinchinbrook, I highlighted the importance of protecting workers, supporting regional communities and ensuring our resources sector is strong, safe and responsibly regulated.

23 April 2026   

I spoke in Parliament about the need to strengthen our sovereign capability and give primary producers greater certainty over the critical inputs they rely on.

For farmers and commercial fishers across Hinchinbrook, reliable access to fertiliser, fuel and energy matters not only to their businesses, but to regional jobs, our food supply and the cost of living for Queensland families.

26 March 2026 

I spoke in Parliament about the importance of transparency, accountability and responsible management of Queenslanders’ money.

I highlighted the significant funding pressures left across essential services including health, housing and child safety, and why Queenslanders deserve an honest picture of the State’s finances.

24 March 2026 

I spoke in Parliament about the four Fs: fuel, food, family and our future, and why fuel security matters so much to regional Queensland.

I shared the real impact rising fuel prices and supply pressures are having on canegrowers, graziers, commercial fishers and other primary producers across Hinchinbrook, and why strengthening our national fuel security is critical to keeping our regions and food supply moving. 

4 March 2026

I spoke in Parliament about some of the practical issues affecting communities across Hinchinbrook and the work ahead to address them.

From Mount Spec Road and flood resilience on the Bruce Highway to Northern Beaches infrastructure, Port Hinchinbrook and supporting our agricultural communities, I outlined the priorities I will continue fighting for on behalf of our region.

9 December 2025

On my first day in Parliament, I spoke about the need for practical, locally informed crocodile management across North Queensland.

I also announced an important win for Ingham, with high-traffic areas of the TYTO Wetlands to become an active removal zone, allowing identified crocodiles to be targeted for removal.